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Are Bumps On Gums Indicative Of HIV?
Hi i tested negative twice for hiv tests four months apart. Recently i noticed flesh colored bumps on my gums and towards the roof of the mouth. m using my right side teeth for chewing almost exclusively becoz i have a tooth cavity on my left side. Is it possible my tests missed the hiv virus
Wed, 28 May 2014
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Brief answer,
Need not be worried.
Detailed explanation,
1. You mentioned that you have bumps in the mouth and already done twice the test for hiv 4 months apart
2. As you done it twice further tests of hiv is not needed you have negative for hiv infection
3. Coming to the diagnosis for bumps they might be due to herpes infection. So do the test for herpes. It is enought
Hope this information helps
Thanks for the consult...
Brief answer,
Need not be worried.
Detailed explanation,
1. You mentioned that you have bumps in the mouth and already done twice the test for hiv 4 months apart
2. As you done it twice further tests of hiv is not needed you have negative for hiv infection
3. Coming to the diagnosis for bumps they might be due to herpes infection. So do the test for herpes. It is enought
Hope this information helps
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